Meet Mallory
Hello! Let me start out by saying I have a news background, and I am used to sticking to the who, what, where, when and whys of a story. Read More
Think Beyond Pink
It’s October and breast cancer awareness is all the buzz. We see bright pink on signs, on buildings and even on big guys playing pro football. Let’s think beyond pink, and start increasing our knowledge about breast cancer and protecting our own health. Read More
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Meet Suzanne
Now that I’m a “little older,” I’ve found that the sense of adventure I once had in my youth has returned – somewhat. I’m a little smarter and a little more wary about the consequences of adventure, but the thrill of trying something new is back with a vengeance! Read More
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Health Benefits … From a Pet?
I was outnumbered 4 to 1. The vote was whether or not our family should get a dog, and I was the one dissenting vote. Read More
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Family Photos in the Fall
Fall is upon us! The university is back in session and football has begun. This time of year is picture time for my family. Read More
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Being a Positive Parent Off and On the Field
Fall sports have begun! Whether your child is six-years-old or 16-years-old, chances are you will soon be dragging your portable lawn chair to a game of football, volleyball, soccer or other sporting event to cheer on your child’s team. Read More
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Making a Positive Impact on Your Child
One moment we’re in the NICU, and in the next moment, Izabella is two-years-old. Now, I’m finding that all the statements fellow parents told me about motherhood going by in the blink of an eye are absolutely true! Read More
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More Things We Should Say to Our Kids
I have seen articles and lists created by parenting and family experts of specific things parents should say to their children. Things like, “I’m sorry” and “I believe in you” or “I’m proud of you.” I agree wholeheartedly. Our kids need to hear these things from their parents or guardians over and over. Read More
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Summertime Family Food
As a full time dietitian, wife to a busy husband and mother to three active children (11, 8 and 6), it is difficult to keep everyone on track and eating the right foods when school is out of session. Read More
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Around the Dinner Table
Does your family eat at least one meal a day together? And I mean sitting at a table — not perched in front of the television. Read More
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Sweet Baby Blues Part Two
Sometimes you get a once in a lifetime chance. A chance to choose to impact a person, a family. You may not get a standing ovation or a tight gripped hug, but would you still make the choice to help? Read More
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Get Outdoors
I want you to think about your childhood. What are the experiences you most remember? Who did you most look up to? Read More